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Saxon Global Is Fortune 500 Client Servicing Company.
Job Description
Job Title: Java Developer with AWS and CLOUD/Java AWS Engineer
No of Openings: 7
Position Type: Contract
Branch Code: New York City
Projected Start Date: 08-17-2017
Zip Code: 10041
City: New Jersey
State: NJ
Required Skills:
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- cloud
- Java
- CI/CD
Basic Qualifications:
- The candidate should have a BS degree in an IT related field or equivalent training and ten years working in an enterprise, mission critical environment (Financial Services a plus)
- 8+ years Application Development experience with Enterprise Java
- 3+ years CI/CD and DevOps experience
- 5+ years hands on experience with Enterprise Linux, Windows, or both
- 4+ years hands on experience with AWS, Certification a plus
Preferred Qualifications:
Nice to have:
- Strong understanding of Serverless Compute, Security, Transactional Processing, and High Resiliency.
- In depth knowledge of the AWS cloud computing platform, its many services and dimensions of scalability - including but not limited to: Lambda, S3 (Object Storage), VPC (Virtual Private Cloud), EC2, EBS (Block Storage under high I/O), ELB/Elastic Beanstalk (load-balancing and autoscaling), SQS (messaging), Cloud Formation for AWS Orchestration, Alternative Queuing Platforms, CloudWatch and RedShift.
- Strong knowledge of: REST, JSON, APIs, Micro-Services, JavaScript, AJAX, jQuery, Nodejs
- Agile/Scrum, Jira, Iterative, Team Development
Job Description:
This is a senior application development role.
This is a hand on role with 85+% of work time focus on programming (design, code, test) and supporting (e.g. documentation) activities.
Main tools needed: Amazon AWS, Java and Linux
Client: DTCC (Depository Trust and clearing Corporation)
Location: Position can sit in either Tampa, FL, Jersey City, NJ, or Boston, MA. (Preferably Jersey City, NJ)
Duration: 6 month extendable contract
Interview process: Phone to Web EX (Skype)
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
Company Description
Saxon Global Is Fortune 500 Client Servicing Company.
Job Description
Job Title: Java Developer with AWS and CLOUD/Java AWS Engineer
No of Openings: 7
Position Type: Contract
Branch Code: New York City
Projected Start Date: 08-17-2017
Zip Code: 10041
City: New Jersey
State: NJ
Required Skills:
- Amazon Web Services (AWS)
- cloud
- Java
- CI/CD
Basic Qualifications:
- The candidate should have a BS degree in an IT related field or equivalent training and ten years working in an enterprise, mission critical environment (Financial Services a plus)
- 8+ years Application Development experience with Enterprise Java
- 3+ years CI/CD and DevOps experience
- 5+ years hands on experience with Enterprise Linux, Windows, or both
- 4+ years hands on experience with AWS, Certification a plus
Preferred Qualifications:
Nice to have:
- Strong understanding of Serverless Compute, Security, Transactional Processing, and High Resiliency.
- In depth knowledge of the AWS cloud computing platform, its many services and dimensions of scalability - including but not limited to: Lambda, S3 (Object Storage), VPC (Virtual Private Cloud), EC2, EBS (Block Storage under high I/O), ELB/Elastic Beanstalk (load-balancing and autoscaling), SQS (messaging), Cloud Formation for AWS Orchestration, Alternative Queuing Platforms, CloudWatch and RedShift.
- Strong knowledge of: REST, JSON, APIs, Micro-Services, JavaScript, AJAX, jQuery, Nodejs
- Agile/Scrum, Jira, Iterative, Team Development
Job Description:
This is a senior application development role.
This is a hand on role with 85+% of work time focus on programming (design, code, test) and supporting (e.g. documentation) activities.
Main tools needed: Amazon AWS, Java and Linux
Client: DTCC (Depository Trust and clearing Corporation)
Location: Position can sit in either Tampa, FL, Jersey City, NJ, or Boston, MA. (Preferably Jersey City, NJ)
Duration: 6 month extendable contract
Interview process: Phone to Web EX (Skype)
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as an Aws Engineer
Verify your role meets specialty occupation
AWS Engineer positions must require a specific bachelor's degree, not just any technical degree. Pull the O*NET profile for cloud engineers to confirm the job zone and degree requirement language before your employer files the LCA.
Target cap-exempt employers first
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated organizations can file H-1B petitions year-round without lottery exposure. AWS infrastructure roles exist at these employers, and you can start without waiting for the April registration window.
Check DOL prevailing wage before negotiating
Your offered salary must meet the DOL prevailing wage for your exact SOC code and work location. Run the OFLC Wage Search for your metro area before signing an offer, Level I and Level II wages differ significantly for cloud roles.
Use Migrate Mate to find active H-1B sponsors
Filter Migrate Mate by AWS Engineer roles to see employers with verified LCA filing history. This surfaces companies that have sponsored the specific occupation before, not just employers who claim to be open to sponsorship in general.
Disclose multi-site work arrangements upfront
If your AWS role involves client sites or remote work across multiple locations, each worksite may require a separate LCA posting. Flag this for your employer before petition filing, USCIS scrutinizes itinerant and third-party placement arrangements closely.
Request premium processing for AWS contract roles
If your offer is contingent on a specific project start date, ask your employer to file with premium processing. USCIS adjudicates premium petitions within 15 business days, which matters when a client deployment timeline is fixed.
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Does an AWS Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes, AWS Engineer roles qualify when the position requires a bachelor's degree or higher in computer science, information systems, electrical engineering, or a directly related field. The key is that the degree requirement must be specific to the role, not a general preference for any technical background. Your employer documents this in the LCA and I-129 petition filed with USCIS.
Which industries file the most H-1B LCAs for AWS Engineer positions?
Technology companies file the highest volume, but AWS infrastructure roles with active LCA history also appear heavily in financial services, healthcare IT, defense contracting, and cloud consulting firms. Government-affiliated contractors and universities with large research computing infrastructure are also consistent sponsors. Migrate Mate filters by occupation and LCA filing history so you can see which employers in your target industry have sponsored this role.
Can I transfer my H-1B to a new AWS Engineer role without restarting the process?
Yes, H-1B portability under AC21 lets you start working for a new employer once the transfer petition is filed, you don't need approval first, as long as your current H-1B was approved and you've been in valid status for at least 180 days. Your new employer must file a new I-129 and LCA for the specific role and location before your start date.
How does a third-party client site affect my H-1B as an AWS Engineer?
If you're placed at a client site rather than your employer's own facility, USCIS applies heightened scrutiny to confirm the employer-employee relationship is genuine and the specialty occupation requirement is real. Your employer should document the specific AWS engineering duties you'll perform at the client location, not just the client's general IT needs. Contracts and statements of work are typically required.
What happens to my H-1B status if my AWS project ends early?
If your employer terminates your employment before your H-1B period ends, you have a 60-day grace period to find a new sponsor, change status, or depart the U.S. Your employer is responsible for return transportation costs if they terminate you without cause. Filing an H-1B transfer petition with a new employer before the 60 days expire preserves your status while the new petition is pending.
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